Out of the Blue

Yesterday in church we had Good Friday program for the Sunday School.  The highlight was a 20min showing of movie clip "Narnia Chronicles" followed by group discussions and presentations.  I didn't know if it was a good idea.  But I thought it'd be an interesting way to remember the significance of the cross and resurrection. I thought it turned out alright but I thought what might have made it better were: 1. Prayer - We didn't really pray alot abt it. 2. A pre-listing of similarities for the teachers- to help them as they guide the group discussions. 3. Reflection time- for personal response I realized it is not so easy to engage the 11-18year olds, many of whom are still grappling with identity issues and perhaps their place as kids born in Christian families.  How do they like to be approached?  how to we get responses from them?  I hope I could learn more about how to connect with them.

A few days ago, we celebrated our birthdays in a "picturesque " way.  I've been feeling rather guilty for not really spending time with Qingwen on his birthday (18th) cos I had to be at NUS that day.  Furthermore, I wasn't feeling well and was grouchy that day too, sigh:( But I took leave on the 24th, wanting to celebrate a belated birthday with him and also for myself ha (mine's 25th).  I had this idea of cycling and movie at Pasir Ris Downtown East.  But we got up late, had breakfast at Mac's and lazily and contentedly did QT after that. Movie was up next and we enjoyed "Alice in the Wonderland".  It was really good for me cos I haven't been seeing much since an eye infection a week ago.  Just as we were heading to the park, the dark clouds rolled nearer and nearer till it drizzled.  So we changed plans and headed to IKEA.  We thought at least we could get a mirror to replace the one blown and smashed to bits by the strong wind 2 weeks ago....